On Saturday, June 7, R.M. Stoudt hosted the 18th annual Running of the Pink 5K and 10K walk/run. This year’s event welcomed a record number of 736 registrants — both in-person and virtual — and raised more than $56,000 to support breast cancer detection and women’s health services in the region.
Team JRMC gathers before the race begins.
“We’re incredibly thankful for the community’s support of Running of the Pink 18,” said Jamie Walton, Running of the Pink Director and BDC representative coordinator at R.M. Stoudt. “The event continues to grow each year, and planning is already underway to ensure Running of the Pink 19 even more successful.”
Proceeds from the event benefit Jamestown Regional Medical Center (JRMC) and Central Valley Health District through local initiatives like No Excuses and Women’s Way, which help remove barriers to preventative screenings.
“We’re grateful for the continued support of R.M. Stoudt and our generous community,” said Tonya Perkins, JRMC Foundation director. “With a record number of participants this year, the energy was inspiring. Every dollar raised stays local to support breast and cervical cancer awareness and early detection. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible.”
No Excuses, offered through JRMC, helps cover costs related to screenings such as mammograms and Pap tests, regardless of a woman’s insurance status or income level. Women’s Way, coordinated locally by Central Valley Health District, offers income-based access to breast and cervical cancer screenings. Both programs aim to detect cancer earlier and improve long-term health outcomes. By providing financial access to screenings, Running of the Pink not only champions local and accessible care but also opens vital conversations around women’s health.
3. Run, walk or wheel — whatever it takes to cross the finish line and raise money for women’s health in Jamestown, the community is in!
Since its inception, Running of the Pink has raised more than $400,000 for local women’s health programs. R.M. Stoudt and the event’s dedicated sponsors, donors, and volunteers continue to champion access to care that saves lives.
Community members interested in supporting women’s health initiatives can learn more, donate or sign up for future events at jrmcnd.com.
